Sled Dog Experience Sparenmoos

Look forward to a very special sled dog experience on the beautiful Sparenmoos high plateau above Zweisimmen in the Bernese Oberland!

After the often adventurous journey (steep, narrow and mostly snow-covered road) you can now really breathe deeply in the cold and clear mountain air.

The sled dogs are still in the transporter, dozing peacefully. But that's about to change, and the participants are helping to take the dogs out of their boxes and lead them to the stakeout (tethering chain).

Once all the dogs are outside, you can get to know each dog individually in peace and quiet. Take your time and recognize the different characters of the dogs: Some are exuberant and boisterous, others reserved and expectant. We would be happy to tell you something about each dog, maybe you already have a personal favourite.

Then there is a short instruction on the sled, material and driving technique. It pays to be careful...

Then it's time to harness the dogs: With the appropriate instructions, you can lend a hand yourself, put on the harness and, if necessary, booties (socks), and fasten the dogs to the gang line.

At least now it's over with the calm, the dogs are excited and can hardly wait. It is not easy to lead these bundles of energy to their place on the gang line and to fasten them with the carabiners. It's pretty impressive how powerful they are.

The excitement and noise reach their peak! Now quickly take the position in/on the passenger-sledge and the command "OK" follows.

It starts with a jolt, and all of a sudden calm returns. The dogs are panting, the sled-runners are whirring, and the cold air is blowing in your face. It is an indescribable feeling when you feel the strength and will of the dogs, and as a team you become one with the magnificent winter landscape and nature.

On our round we make a stop for photos in between, and if necessary we can swap positions in/on the sled.

Depending on the snow conditions and the number of participants, we can also do another loop.

Upon returning to the stake-out, the dogs receive a small reward, and after removing their harnesses, we serve them soup.

At the end you can enjoy the whole pack at the stake-out and cuddle the dogs to your heart's content. You probably already know some of the dogs' names by now, and you might even have chosen a furry favorite.

In addition, we are happy to answer your questions about dog breeding, sled dog sports and adventures.

2-4 participants

Adults and children from 10 years

Children from 7 years accompanied by the parents possible (on request)

Severely overweight people on request

The sled ride is a passenger ride; participants do not steer the sled themselves. The loop is approximately 3 km long, takes about 15 minutes, and can be completed twice. A maximum of 2 adults per loop (or 1 adult and 1-2 children; or 1-3 children).

Warm winter clothing and winter shoes (similar to skiing/sledding)

gloves and hat

If possible ski goggles or sports goggles (snow grains stick in your face)

Please note: the clothes can be decorated with dog hair and paw prints!

Dog sleds and equipment are provided by Rough Trails.

From December to April, with suitable snow conditions

Note: Winter 2025/26 probably only until 8th of February

Beginning at the earliest 9 a.m., no later than 1 p.m. (also dependent on temperature)

Duration approx. 2.5 to 3 hours (of which sledge ride approx. 1/2 hour)

See here for an overview of free/booked appointments

Meeting point: Sparenmoos above Zweisimmen

GoogleMaps: Enter "Rough Trails Schlittenhunde Zweisimmen " in the search field

Coordinates: 46.55126, 7.33951

Travel time: approx. 20 minutes from Zweisimmen

by bus from Zweisimmen train station, bus timetable winter 2025/26

by car, one-way traffic from Heimkuhweide (the last 3 km), ascent always xx:30 to xx:45 , descent xx:00 to xx:15;

4x4 or snow chains mandatory!

More information about the Sparenmoos: Flyer Sparenmoos Winter 2025/26

CHF 500.- total price for 2-4 participants

(US Citizens +15% customs fee = CHF 575; thanks to Mr. Trump)

Payment for booking 15% = CHF 75 (by creditcard, non-refundable)

Payment before the Sleddog Experience 85% = CHF 425 (by creditcard, refundable in case of rain or lack of snow)

Note: If there are more than 2 people, the sledging time per person is reduced

Please send an email to roughtrails(at)bluewin.ch

or by phone at +41 79 271 11 10

Execution only on pre-booking!

The following cancellation policy applies:

• If guests fail to appear without prior notice, the full amount is due.
• If guests cancel more than 30 days in advance, only the booking fee is forfeited.
• If guests cancel less than 30 days in advance and other guests take the slot, only the booking fee is forfeited. If no other guests take the slot, the full amount is due.
• If the dogsledding experience cannot take place due to lack of snow or due to rainfall, we try to reschedule, If this is not possible, only the booking fee is forfeited.